Forest + Wooded Weddings
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Featured Forest Wedding Venue | DEER PARK VILLA
Day dreaming of a woodsy wedding? Then your wedding dreams can come true at Deer Park Villa! This majestic and magical Northern California wedding venue is an international destination for enchanting redwood forest weddings. Get more details here...
12 Woodsy Wedding Venues in Tennessee
Tennessee is brimming with wonderful and woodsy places to exchange vows! Whether you're looking for an intimate ceremony under century-old oaks, or host a grand soirée surrounded by flowering trees at a botanical garden, we have handpicked our favorite venues that provide the perfect outdoor setting for your forest festivities.
11 Woodsy Wedding Venues in the Poconos
Want to get married amongst the trees? The Poconos has a wealth of forested wedding venues where Mother Nature reigns supreme. From an authentic Adirondack-style summer camp nestled on the shores of Fairview Lake to a secluded retreat overlooking the Appalachian Trail ridge, these locations provide the perfect outdoor setting for your woodsy celebration.
9 Woodsy Michigan Wedding Venues
Cottonwoods, Oaks, and Pines, oh my!!! Thanks to Michigan's epic natural scenery, you don't have to look very hard to find a whimsical wooded setting for your wedding. From a lakeside outdoor chapel flanked by towering trees to a working thoroughbred farm where you can exchange vows under ancient oaks, these beautiful venues provide all the décor you'll need for a picture-perfect celebration.
Our 11 Favorite Woodsy Wedding Venues in Raleigh
Originally known as The City of Oaks, it's no wonder Raleigh's sprawling landscape is brimming with romantic forests and towering trees that create the perfect backdrop for your woodsy wedding. Whether you want to exchange vows beneath a century-old oak or host a swoon-worthy soirée overlooking forested hills, we’ve handpicked the perfect places to match just what you have in mind.
10 Woodsy and Wonderful Houston Wedding Venues
Want to get married amongst the trees? Houston has a wealth of forested wedding venues where Mother Nature reigns supreme. Whether you want to exchange vows beneath a canopy of towering oaks, a venue with a Celtic-style tower backdropped by a lush forest, or in a charming chapel nestled in the woods, these lovely locations provide the perfect outdoor setting for your woodsy celebration.
6 Woodsy Wedding Venues Near Charlotte
Charlotte may be known for its small-town charm and thriving business scene, but with over 210 parks, it also has an abundance of shady groves and towering trees that provide a stunning backdrop for a whimsical wooded celebration. So whether you're planning an intimate affair along a forested path or a large gala amongst century-old oaks, this Queen City jewel has the perfect place to match your wedding day dreams.
11 Whimsical Woodsy Wedding Venues in East Texas
Want to get married amongst the trees? East Texas has a wealth of forested wedding venues where Mother Nature reigns supreme. With 3 large national forests, you are sure to find your dream wedding venue for a woodsy celebration!
23 Woodsy Wedding Venues in Pennsylvania
Want to get married amongst the trees? Pennsylvania has a wealth of forested wedding venues where Mother Nature reigns supreme. From a private estate nestled within the Valley Forge National Historic Park to a rustic retreat in the Poconos, these locations provide the perfect outdoor setting for your woodsy celebration.
Rustic Wedding Style
Rustic wedding style refers to anything that's a bit rough around the edges, a bit more organic, and a bit more boho. If your style is more pastoral than posh, a rustic wedding may be the boho bash of your dreams. Here's how to make it happen.
11 Epic Camp Wedding Venues In California
Planning a camp wedding in California? Why not! From stunning redwood forests to its world-renowned wine country and pristine sandy beaches, the Golden State is the perfect playground for your outdoor celebration year-round. So go ahead and pitch a tent up in the mountains, among the trees, or near the ocean. Mother Nature will set a glorious stage for your vows and you can dance the night away under the stars.
27 Of The Coolest Camp Wedding Venues In The U.S.
Calling all nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts! If you want your wedding to be more of an adventure than simply an event, give your guests the gift of a summer camp-style shindig! We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite spots from across the country that can turn your celebration into the ultimate overnight experience. These beautiful locations offer comfortable accommodations in a classy campground setting—and some even allow you to sleep right under the stars!
How To Have A Summer Camp Wedding
There's a reason camp weddings are becoming so popular: They often last a full weekend, which means more time to hang with your closest friends and family…and they're also in a stunning rustic location—perfect for nature-loving couples. If you're thinking of hosting a camp wedding, here are some tips from my perfectly-imperfect wedding to yours.
16 Out-of-the-Box Wedding Venue Ideas
If the vision you have for your wedding is far from cookie-cutter, start with an unexpected or unconventional venue! We've listed 16 ideas for nontraditional locations that will take your wedding to next-level status.
8 Woodsy and Wonderful Portland, Oregon Wedding Venues
Trees impart a special and irresistible beauty to a wedding, and all of these Portland, Oregon venues showcase Mother Nature's arboreal handiwork.
Forest Celebrations! 7 Woodsy Wedding Venues in Tacoma WA
Nature is always a welcome addition to your big day—especially when we're talking an abundance of trees. From a secluded mountain hideaway or lakeside estate to a charming Craftsman-style lodge, these Tacoma wedding venues all add a woodsy beauty to your celebration.
11 Woodsy Wedding Venues Near Seattle
Want to get married amongst the trees in Washington? From a historic schoolhouse in the heart of Seattle to a whimsical treehouse tucked in a National Forest, Mother Nature reigns supreme in these woodsy wedding venues!
9 Gorgeous Garden Wedding Ideas
With colorful flowers and verdant foliage as the backdrop, it's no wonder garden weddings are so romantic. To help inspire your botanic vision and make your big day unique to you, here are 9 gorgeous garden wedding ideas.
Wish for a Better Guest Book
Tired of the traditional guest books? Mix it up with a Wedding Wish Tree! We show you exactly how this DIY project is done. So grab your bridesmaids and get to DIY-ing this show-stopping wedding centerpiece.
Whimsical + Woodsy: Inspiration for your Forest Wedding
There’s something so enchanting about a forest wedding. Towering trees, shady groves, and rustic décor create a magical atmosphere and a one-with-nature experience. If you’re dreaming of a woodsy wedding, we hope you’ll be inspired by these verdant yet vibrant details.
5 Columbia River Gorge Wedding Venues With Spectacular Mountain, River, and Forest Views
Designated a National Scenic Area—the largest in America!—The Columbia River Gorge is also one of the 7 Wonders of the Pacific Northwest. In this spectacular canyon, the Columbia River cuts through the Cascade mountains, forming a boundary between Washington and Oregon while creating amazing cliffs, as well as mountain, river, and forest views everywhere you look. All this natural beauty is on display at the following wedding venues, where you won't need much in the way of decorations.
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